The Indian Air Force has released the AFCAT 02/2026 notification for recruitment to Commissioned Officer posts in Flying and Ground Duty branches. A total of 379 vacancies are available through AFCAT Entry, NCC Special Entry, and GATE Score Entry for courses starting in July 2027.
AFCAT 2026: भारतीय हवाई दल भरती 2026
जाहिरात क्रमांक
नमूद नाही
एकूण जागा
379 जागा
पदांचे तपशील
| पदाचे नाव | एंट्री | शाखा | पदसंख्या |
|---|---|---|---|
| कमीशंड ऑफिसर | AFCAT Entry | फ्लाइंग | 35 |
| कमीशंड ऑफिसर | AFCAT Entry | ग्राउंड ड्युटी (टेक्निकल) | 211 |
| कमीशंड ऑफिसर | AFCAT Entry | ग्राउंड ड्युटी (नॉन टेक्निकल) | 107 |
| कमीशंड ऑफिसर | NCC Special Entry | फ्लाइंग | 10% जागा |
| कमीशंड ऑफिसर | GATE Score Entry | ग्राउंड ड्युटी (टेक्निकल) | 26 |
| एकूण | 379 |
शैक्षणिक पात्रता
AFCAT Entry – Flying Branch
- 12वी Physics आणि Mathematics विषयांसह किमान 60% गुणांसह उत्तीर्ण
- कोणत्याही शाखेतील पदवी किंवा BE/B.Tech मध्ये किमान 60% गुण
Ground Duty (Technical)
- 12वी Physics आणि Mathematics विषयांसह किमान 50% गुण
- BE/B.Tech मध्ये 60% गुण आवश्यक
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
- कोणत्याही शाखेतील पदवी 60% गुणांसह
- किंवा B.Com / BBA / BMS / BBS / CA / CMA / CS / CFA / B.Sc Finance
NCC Special Entry – Flying
- NCC Air Wing Senior Division “C” Certificate आवश्यक
GATE Score Entry
- B.E / B.Tech पदवी
- वैध GATE स्कोर आवश्यक
वयोमर्यादा (01 जुलै 2027 रोजी)
- फ्लाइंग ब्रांच: 20 ते 24 वर्षे
- ग्राउंड ड्युटी (टेक्निकल / नॉन टेक्निकल): 20 ते 26 वर्षे
नोकरी ठिकाण
संपूर्ण भारत
अर्ज शुल्क
- AFCAT Entry: ₹550 + GST
- NCC Special Entry / GATE Entry: शुल्क नाही
अर्ज पद्धत
ऑनलाइन
महत्त्वाच्या तारखा
| कार्यक्रम | तारीख |
|---|---|
| ऑनलाइन अर्ज सुरू | सुरू |
| अर्ज करण्याची अंतिम तारीख | 19 जून 2026 |
| परीक्षा तारीख | 08 ऑगस्ट 2026 |
महत्त्वाच्या लिंक्स
- अधिकृत जाहिरात PDF
- ऑनलाइन अर्ज लिंक
- अधिकृत वेबसाइट
- वयोमर्यादा कॅल्क्युलेटर
- टेलिग्राम चॅनल
- व्हॉट्सअॅप अपडेट्स
उमेदवारांसाठी महत्त्वाची सूचना
अर्ज करण्यापूर्वी शैक्षणिक पात्रता आणि वयोमर्यादा नीट तपासून घ्या. ऑनलाइन फॉर्म भरताना सर्व माहिती अचूक भरा.
AFCAT 2026: Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026
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Total Vacancies
379 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Entry Type | Branch | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commissioned Officer | AFCAT Entry | Flying Branch | 35 |
| Commissioned Officer | AFCAT Entry | Ground Duty (Technical) | 211 |
| Commissioned Officer | AFCAT Entry | Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | 107 |
| Commissioned Officer | NCC Special Entry | Flying | 10% Seats |
| Commissioned Officer | GATE Score Entry | Ground Duty (Technical) | 26 |
| Total | 379 |
Educational Qualification
Flying Branch
- 12th pass with Physics and Mathematics securing minimum 60% marks
- Graduation in any discipline or BE/B.Tech with at least 60% marks
Ground Duty (Technical)
- 12th pass with Physics and Mathematics
- BE/B.Tech degree with 60% marks
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
- Graduate degree with 60% marks
- Candidates with B.Com, BBA, BMS, BBS, CA, CMA, CS, CFA, or B.Sc Finance are also eligible
NCC Special Entry
- NCC Air Wing Senior Division “C” Certificate required
GATE Score Entry
- B.E/B.Tech qualification along with valid GATE score
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2027)
- Flying Branch: 20 to 24 Years
- Ground Duty Branches: 20 to 26 Years
Job Location
Across India
Application Fee
- AFCAT Entry: ₹550 + GST
- NCC Special Entry / GATE Entry: No Fee
Application Mode
Online
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply Online | 2026-06-19 |
| AFCAT Examination Date | 2026-08-08 |
Important Links
- Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online Link
- Official Indian Air Force Website
- Age Calculator Tool
- Telegram Channel
- WhatsApp Updates
Helpful Tip
Keep scanned copies of your photograph, signature, educational certificates, and ID proof ready before starting the online application process.
AFCAT 2026 FAQs
1. What is AFCAT 2026 recruitment?
AFCAT 2026 is the Indian Air Force recruitment process for Commissioned Officer posts through AFCAT Entry, NCC Special Entry, and GATE Entry.
2. How many vacancies are available in AFCAT 02/2026?
A total of 379 vacancies have been announced.
3. Which branches are included in this recruitment?
The recruitment includes Flying Branch, Ground Duty Technical, and Ground Duty Non-Technical branches.
4. What is the last date to apply online?
Candidates can apply online till 19 June 2026.
5. When will the AFCAT 2026 examination be conducted?
The examination is scheduled for 08 August 2026.
6. What is the age limit for Flying Branch?
Applicants for Flying Branch should be between 20 and 24 years of age as on 01 July 2027.
7. Is there any fee for NCC Special Entry?
No, candidates applying through NCC Special Entry do not need to pay any application fee.
8. What is the application mode for AFCAT 2026?
Applications will be accepted only through online mode.
9. What qualification is required for Ground Duty Technical posts?
Candidates must have completed BE/B.Tech along with Physics and Mathematics in 12th standard.
10. Where will selected candidates be posted?
Selected candidates can be posted anywhere across India.
